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GlossaryGastrointestinal Polyposis Syndromes

group of disorders causing multiple polyps in the gastrointestinal tract

Gastrointestinal Polyposis Syndromes (GI Polyposis Syndromes) are a group of disorders characterized by the development of multiple polyps in the gastrointestinal tract. These polyps can be benign (non-cancerous) but have the potential to become malignant (cancerous) over time. Common examples include Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP) and Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome, both of which are genetic conditions that increase the risk of colorectal and other types of cancer.

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Gastrointestinal Polyposis with Protein-Losing Enteropathy, Abnormal Skin Pigmentation, and Loss of Hair and Nails (Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome)

research Gastrointestinal polyposis with protein-losing enteropathy, abnormal skin pigmentation and loss of hair and nails (Cronkhite-Canada syndrome)

26 citations , September 1969 in “The American journal of medicine”

Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome often leads to death within 6-18 months.

research Diffuse Gastrointestinal Polyposis With Skin, Hair, and Nail Changes

December 2022 in “Gastroenterology”

A man with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome improved significantly with immunosuppressive therapy.

New-Onset Gastrointestinal Polyposis in a 60-Year-Old Man with Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome

research New-Onset Gastrointestinal Polyposis

August 2013 in “Gastroenterology”

A 60-year-old man with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome improved with treatment, but the condition has a high mortality rate and a risk of colorectal cancer.